About Rochester Community and Technical College

Founded in 1915, Rochester Community and Technical College. is a college. Located in Minnesota, which is a city setting in Minnesota, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 5,280 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Rochester Community and Technical College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 23:1. There are 116 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Rochester Community and Technical College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at RCTC are considered , with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Rochester Community and Technical College.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
27%
“We know about current events and vote”
73%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
27%
“Sometimes, but not often”
45%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
27%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
55%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
45%
“I feel extremely safe”
9%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
18%
“We bought the gear”
73%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
9%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
91%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
18%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
36%
“They keep regular office hours”
45%
“They”re always available”
82%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
9%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
9%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
18%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
18%
“We only party on weekends”
9%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
27%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
64%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
27%
“We know about current events and vote”
73%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
27%
“Sometimes, but not often”
45%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
27%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
55%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
45%
“I feel extremely safe”
9%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
18%
“We bought the gear”
73%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
9%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
91%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
18%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
36%
“They keep regular office hours”
45%
“They”re always available”
82%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
9%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
9%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
18%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
18%
“We only party on weekends”
9%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
27%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
64%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Rochester Community and Technical College REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    9 Students rated on-campus housing 2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    8 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    11 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    11 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 55 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    11 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 64 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    11 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    11 Students rated local services 3.6 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    11 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Rochester Community and Technical College?

11 Students rated Rochester Community and Technical College

Jasmin

Rochester community and technical college provides a good education at an affordable price. There are many teachers that put a lot of effort and time in their job of helping us learn and understand. There is good diversity at school. It is a fairly safe environment.

Heidi

I attended Rochester Community and Technical College from Fall of 2013 until graduating in Fall of 2017. The most frustrating part about attending Rochester Community and Technical College was that they required me to take remedial courses before enrolling in the college level courses. I was required to enroll in an additional year before beginning my intended major's courses. The campus life thrived, and students enjoyed attending sports activities as well as other extra-curricular events. Overall, I would recommend Rochester Community and Technical College to anyone who is unsure of their future endeavors.

Madison

RCTC is very affordable. The campus is nice and the professors have always been very nice. Nearby, affordable housing is in a very sketchy area. Rochester is a clean city. The downtown has a fun vibe. The Mayo Clinic is here, so medical treatment is very good if you need it.

Jaycee

I’ve never really been into touring colleges or going out of town far away and living in a dorm. I finally found out what I wanted to do for the rest of my life and I was passionate about it. I found RCTC and did a little research to find out they had a vet tech program. I’m excited to see what the future holds for me!! I love the college!

Rochester Community and Technical College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Rochester Community and Technical College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Rochester Community and Technical College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I have always loved to do everything that I posssibly could. My most important advice would be to not take on too much at once. I love to do music and theater, but sometimes sacrifices have to be made. Keeping care of yourself first and foremost is very curcial to staying healthy physically and mentally. If things are getting out of hand, take a break and step back. Being realistic in what one person can do is a great step. Work ahead at every possible given moment. This gives you more time to have fun and goof around. When there isn't time to enjoy life, then that takes the fun experience out of college. Remember to work hard, time manage your activities, and most importanly, have fun.

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  3. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school is so diverse and everyone seems to get along. Before attending this college, I wasn't used to being around so many different people. It's great to see so many people of different backgrounds get along. Not only that, but my school participates in the "Purple Plus" program where you can receive an associates degree before you receive your bachelors using the credits from your associate degree.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are genreally quiet and respectful.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is that there are many different types of people from all over the US and it's cool to talk to them and get to know them. What I'm saying can be the best thing about any school, but the best thing I would say from my experience at RCTC is that you get to meet a lot of good people. I've met people that have a totally different perspective of life from me and I learn from them that there is a lot of learning to do.

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  6. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    The kind of person that should not attend this college are students how don't want to be going to school and just don't care about school. You need to be willing to learn to actually learn. The professors don't have to teach you and their not going to make you do the homework; it's your money going down the drain. In this world no one can afford to waist away thier money. Just pay attentioin but if your not going to at least try to learn then there is no sence in attending college.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag about the affordable cost and the variety of student life activities. According to the average college or university, RCTC is very affordable for students. The school works with the state to have cheaper tuition. Aside from sports, there is a student life group for almost every topic and major. There is something for every student to be involved in.

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  8. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Being a combination of 2 schools in 1 location, RCTC offers a plethora of majors, sports, clubs, and other extracurricular activies in order for every student to have a true college experience at an affordable price.

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    RCTC is best known for the nursing programs. The Mayo Clinic is located about 15 minutes from the school and RCTC has programs for nursing that help students get a job in the clinic, which also helps the Rochester community. The teachers teaching those classes are also very professional in a sense that they know what they are talking about and can explain it fully. RCTC is also known for their collaboration with Winona State University. To get a 4 year degree, students are able to transfer to Winona State straight from RCTC through programs that interwhine with both colleges.

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  10. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    The one thing that I wish I would have known is that roomates are not always going to be your friends. Just hope that you get a good rommate.

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Student Body

Students

61%

female

39%

male

5,280

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

7%

Out-Of-State

93%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
5%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
73%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

81% of students attending Rochester Community and Technical College receive some sort of financial aid. 49% were awarded federal grants. While 49% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$5,588

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,600

Books and Supplies

$7,200

Room and Board

14,388

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,545
$30 - $48K
$13,930
$48 - $75K
$16,481
$75 - $110K
$18,508
$110K & UP
$18,817

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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